Drive-In Speakers

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We restored a ton of drive-in speakers when we were in the restoration business. Why not? They are a great reminder of a simpler time when a Friday night meant piling in the car to go see a double feature on a warm summer night. Now they are great decor for a garage or TV room.

If you are thinking of sticking your toe into the hobby of restoration these might be a good place to start. You can still find them on eBay and they are an easy restoration. Scuff them up or sandblast them, apply paint or powder coating, make a stand and replace the speakers and wires and that’s that.
Good luck.

These items are not for sale. We show restored items in this blog to encourage discussion, prompt questions and further the hobby of collecting and restoration. We also enjoy sharing the photos of the many items we have restored over the years.

46 responses so far ↓

I am writing to ask you if you know of any
sources that have drive-in theater speakers for sale? I am looking for 1 set that I can display with my classic 1966 Mustang Convertible at car
shows. Any information will be greatly appreciated. Thank you very much!
Sincerely,
James Tasich

Hello I have several sets of Original Drive in Theater Speakers from The Dream Drive In located in Wattsville, VA. I have sets from the 50’s thru 70’s. They start at $45 a set. If interested please contact me. Thankstravisc410@comcast.net

I am cleaning out the last of the drive-in speakers I own, I have several sets from a local Drive-In style some 1970’s. I also have car heaters Vintage as is where is 220 volts $5 Ea
email me. they are selling as is . need pics please ask
Thank you

Hi, I am currently in the market for drive in speakers for my art. They do not need to work. I have searched on E-bay, but the prices are higher because they have been restored and are working. I do not need the junction box or stand. If you know of anyone please send me an e-mail. I would greatly appriciate it!

I have a pair of d.i.t.m.c. mark II speakers that I would like to restore. But I can`t get at the screws that hold it together as they are recessed in the case. Needle nose pliers won`t fit in the recess, and my screw extractor won`t even scratch the head of the screw. Is their a special tool to use?
Or some other way to get them out ?
Please Help! Thank You

I have a stockpile of old drive-in speakers for sale. Will ship anywhere in USA. $20 per speaker, plus shipping cost. Projected sound, RCA, and Simplex models. Condition is used, good condition, not restored. Pictures available upon request.

I am still looking for a restored or very good
original condition of a set of 1960’s drive in
speakers with a pole and junction box..wired and working. I would like to hook them up to a
portable stereo system for car shows. any
information will be greatly appreciated. Please
Email me at jtasich@rocketmail.com.

I have a few different speakers, RCA, Reed, in unrestored condition that I’m hoping to restore. I have find several site to get parts etc. Question? Any one have a location for restoration information (cleaning and repair). Any photos of how some where put together. I have some that the speaker isn’t screwed in place and supposedly held with a spring. I have one speaker that has the handle or arm that is placed on the junction box but missing the second (need arm). It is the type that is hels on by a nut not all one piece. I have another set where the arm is part of the speaker casting.
Ed at eryden616@gmail.com

Hello,
I am a trompe l’oeil ceramic artist and i am looking to recreate a drive-in speaker. One problem I do not have measurements. I was wondering if anyone would be willing to take or give me very specific measurements of one?
Thanks

I also live in Ontario Canada, any one know were we can purchase used drive-in speakers in ontario so that shipping doesnèt kill us and we can actually restore and not break the bank in doing so. Thanks in advance.

This is a question for Dayton, I am interested in all of your speakers if you still have them or, have them ready. If available can you send pricing and photo’s. Thank you, Jessica jessica.hohberger@decorandmore.com

I have a set that is restored with 4″ 80 watt Pionneers installed, polished to a shine. Powered by hi fi thicker RCA cables for an authentic look. Also have top of post. The speakers are manufacured by Projected Sound and do not have a theater stamp. Great for parties… Make offer.

I am looking for some untouched speakers for my store. I saw someone who said they had a bunch at $20 a pair. Please email me at droopsjoint@gmail.com, or anyone else that has a good deal on these. Thanx!!